Article Today, Madagascar:Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina has fled to France amid intensifying nationwide protests led by the country’s Gen Z youth. The mass demonstrations, which began in late September, escalated rapidly as the army withdrew its support for the embattled leader. Flight Amid UnrestFacing mounting pressure, President Rajoelina reportedly left Madagascar aboard a French military…
Article Today, Bangkok:Behind Thailand’s vibrant tourism industry lies a troubling reality that questions the very ethics of global travel. The practice of “rental wives,” where women are temporarily hired by foreign tourists to act as companions or partners, is drawing widespread criticism for promoting sexual exploitation under the guise of cultural and economic exchange. Tourism’s…
Article Today, Hyderabad:The Nobel Peace Prize has once again become a subject of global controversy. The 2025 award to Venezuela’s opposition leader María Corina Machado has drawn criticism from several quarters, with observers alleging that the Norwegian Nobel Committee is increasingly reflecting Western political agendas. The decision has revived old debates about ideological bias and…
Article Today, New Delhi:Protests led by Gen Z are spreading across continents, unsettling governments from North Africa to South Asia. Young people are moving from online activism to the streets, demanding accountability and justice. Their campaigns are forcing political leaders to respond to corruption, mismanagement, and social neglect. Morocco’s Z212 ProtestIn Morocco, the Z212 movement…
Article Today, America:The ticket prices for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have drawn criticism after details emerged through screenshots shared by lottery winners. While FIFA initially announced that the cheapest tickets would start at around Rs. 5,300, actual rates revealed a steep hike. Final match tickets in the upper deck are priced as high as…
Article Today, London:The statue of Mahatma Gandhi at Tavistock Square in London was vandalised recently, prompting strong reactions from the Indian community. The Metropolitan Police have registered the incident as a racially motivated crime and have begun investigations. The attack has caused deep concern among diaspora groups, who view it as an affront to Gandhi’s…
Article Today, Seoul:South Korea’s National Assembly has approved a bill legalising tattooing, bringing long-awaited recognition to thousands of tattoo artists. Until now, the practice remained illegal except when performed by licensed medical doctors. With this legislation, artists will be able to work openly under a regulated system. From Secrecy to LegitimacyFor decades, tattooing in South…
Article Today, New Delhi:An Israeli air strike on a newspaper office in Yemen has killed at least 31 journalists and media workers. The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) described it as the largest single attack targeting members of the press. Israel claimed the complex was being used as a media centre by Houthi rebels, but…
Article Today, Hyderabad:Apple ’s latest addition, the iPhone Air, has drawn attention for its ultra-thin build. At just 5.6 millimetres, the device is among the slimmest smartphones in the market. Its titanium frame and frosted matte glass back add to the premium appeal. However, the aesthetic design has not translated into overall performance. Battery Life…
Article Today, New Delhi:A simple straw hat, popularised by the character Luffy in the Japanese manga One Piece, has emerged as a powerful emblem for youth movements. What began in Indonesia and Nepal has spread across Asia and beyond. Protesters are using the symbol to voice opposition to corruption, censorship, and authoritarian rule. Origins in…
